New East Side
Neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois
Cook County 60601
Luxury condos with amenities
New East Side residents can occupy one of the neighborhood’s several condo or apartment complexes scattered between the commercial high-rises of the area. These units can range from $500,000 to $950,000, depending on the square footage and number of bedrooms. Cirrus is an exclusive resort-style condominium that comes with additional amenities and prices its units around $1.2 to $3.5 million. Residents in the upper levels can enjoy a lakefront view. “It’s a different style of living over there, compared to the rest of downtown Chicago,” Berg says.
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City parks, river trails and lake access
For a downtown area, New East Side has a plethora of green spaces. Lakeshore East Park, occupying the center of the neighborhood, features an open grassy field, brick walkways, a playground and an off-leash dog park. Take a stroll along the botanical gardens and admire the flower beds and fountains. Additionally, residents have easy access to the Chicago Riverwalk, a one-and-a-quarter-mile paved path that runs along the Chicago River, and the numerous parks and green spaces that border it. Adjacent to the start of the Riverwalk, DuSable Harbor has dock spaces and boat launches for watercraft owners to use and get out onto Lake Michigan.
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Public schools close to New East Side
While there are no public schools within the neighborhood’s borders, parents can send their kids to one of the many Chicago public schools nearby. Ogden International School of Chicago has a B-minus grade on Niche and teaches both elementary and middle school grade levels. Here, children have access to a full-continuum International Baccalaureate Program. Afterward, students can either apply to attend Ogden International High School or go to Wells Community Academy High School. While Ogden’s high school has a B Niche grade, Wells has a C-plus. Wells High School is known for its award-winning program for law and career classes, and it even offers 13 AP-level courses.Take a bus or Metra around Chicago
Most of the neighborhood is entirely walkable, with pedestrian-friendly streets that let residents walk from their condos and places of business to the restaurants nearby. Additionally, commuters can walk to the Chicago Loop from the New East Side. If people need public transportation to travel far, there are bus stations all along Columbus Drive and East Randolph Street. Only half a mile away, the Millenium Metra Train Station can connect people to the Metra Electric and SouthWest Service lines. Those who happen to use their personal vehicles have easy access to US Route 41 from the neighborhood.
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Restaurants around New East Side
Most of New East Side is made up of local and chain restaurant options that sit at the bottom of high-rise skyscrapers. “There are local coffee shops and restaurants here and there, but it’s a bit of a walk to get anywhere else,” Berg says. Brown Bag Seafood Co serves its patrons fresh seafood dishes, including crispy cod tacos and salmon power boxes. Grab a meal to go or relax on their patio with a house-made cocktail. For an upscale dinner experience, make a reservation at Avli on the Park and enjoy their authentic Greek cuisine with dishes like brizola, lamb chops and pasta. Residents of New East Side enjoy coffee shops such as Dunkin’ and Starbucks within the neighborhood’s borders, as well as the convenience of a CVS on North Columbus Drive. Locals can do their grocery shopping at Mariano’s, or right outside the neighborhood’s borders at the local Whole Foods Market or Jewel-Osco.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cecil Sabu
Cecil Sabu
Responds QuicklyALLURE Real Estate
(312) 854-7471
46 Total Sales
1 in New East Side
$620,000 Price
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John Grafft
John Grafft
Compass
(866) 942-1766
127 Total Sales
4 in New East Side
$273K - $455K Price Range
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Ksenia Wurl
Ksenia Wurl
Compass
(312) 728-4403
75 Total Sales
50 in New East Side
$178K - $2.9M Price Range
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Pearce Lashmett
Pearce Lashmett
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(844) 225-2586
76 Total Sales
2 in New East Side
$435K - $488K Price Range
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Larissa Brodsky
Larissa Brodsky
Compass
(877) 750-2096
88 Total Sales
14 in New East Side
$280K - $2.6M Price Range
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Mary Summerville
Mary Summerville
Coldwell Banker
(630) 931-8695
362 Total Sales
1 in New East Side
$1,040,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Millenium Park
- Trails
- Events
- Amphitheater
River Esplanade Park
- Trails
- River
Lakeshore East Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
- Playground
Polk Bros Park
- Bike Trails
- Boating
- Trails
Maggie Daley Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Lake View Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Oak Street Beach
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Volleyball
Ohio St Beach
Buckingham Fountain
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | New East Side | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 9 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 9 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
New East Side Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in New East Side, Chicago sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in New East Side, Chicago over the last 12 months is $569,750, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$648,000
Median Sale Price
$569,750
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,400,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$627,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
256
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$590
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,494
Number of Homes for Sale
112
Median Year Built
2007
Months of Supply
5.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,338
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,616
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,650
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
987
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
586
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 2111am - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,240 - $7,497 per month
- Shoreham and Tides
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 495+ Sq Ft
- 400 E South Water St
- Chicago, IL
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Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
12,319
Median Age
41
Population Density
184 ppl/acre
Population under 18
14.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$122,102
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$162,501
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.6%
College Graduates
84.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
56.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
84
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
91
/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
92
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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